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Birth-to-Three
Description
The goal of the Birth-to-Three program is to train parents in facilitating the development of their children who demonstrate a developmental delay or are “at risk” of developing a delay.
Services
The program offers stimulation and therapy in the areas of gross motor, fine motor, speech and language, social, self-help, cognition, and sensory skills. Services include Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Child Development Activities. The program operates on one- or two-day sessions. Classes are held 9:00-11:00am or 12:30-2:30pm. Home-based services can also be provided for medically fragile children.
Eligibility
Children from birth to three years of age, who demonstrate a developmental delay, or are “at risk” of developing a delay, are eligible for the Birth-to-Three program. The children are evaluated by the program’s Early Intervention Team.
Intake
An initial intake screening is usually completed by the Fairfield County Council Early Intervention Program. Following this screening, the parent may request an evaluation by the MRDD Intervention Team. If the evaluation indicates a need for services, an Individual Family Service Plan (ISP) will be developed.
Contact
For information or tours of the Birth-to-Three Early Intervention Program contact:
Rebecca Nixon
Birth-to-Three Coordinator,
Fairfield County Board of MRDD
(740) 681-5732
For initial screening, contact:
The Fairfield County Early Childhood Council Central Intake and Referral Program
(740) 687-6613
Preschool
Description
The Early Childhood Center provides educational opportunities and services to children with special needs. Typically developed children are also enrolled. The program is in session four days per week, Monday through Thursday, from 9:00am-3:00pm.
Services
The preschool offers a curriculum based on developmentally appropriate practices. The program areas include socialization, motor skills, language, self-help, cognitive and readiness. Related services include: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Pathology, Adapted Physical Education, and Transportation. The children are provided with many opportunities for self-expression through creative activities. All teachers and teacher assistants are certified by the Ohio Department of Education.
Eligibility
Children between three and five years of age who reside in Fairfield County and have a documented disability are eligible for the program. Evaluations are completed by the child’s school district to determine the area of disability. There is no charge for the evaluation.
Intake
Initial intake activities are the responsibility of the child’s school district. The district may be contacted by the parent, a physician or any other referral source. When eligibility is established, the Early Childhood Center Preschool may be considered as a placement if it is the setting which would best meet the child’s needs.
Contact
For information or tours of the Preschool Program contact:
Jodi Blais
Director of Educational Services
Fairfield County Board of MRDD
(740) 687-7225
Forest Rose School
Description
Forest Rose School provides an educational program for students with Multi-handicaps. It is a fully chartered public school located in a separate facility.
Services
Forest Rose School provides a curriculum based on functional living skills and life experiences. Related services include: Transportation, Speech Pathology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Adapted Physical Education and Vocational Services.
Eligibility
Placement at Forest Rose School is available only for students who are eligible for services in an Ohio Department of Education multi-handicapped classroom. The Individual Educational Plan team consisting of the child’s parents, the local school district and a representative from Forest Rose School must agree on the placement.
Intake
The student’s local school district completes the initial evaluation. A referral is made and the Individual Educational Plan is developed. When the IEP team believed that Forest Rose School is the best educational placement, the enrollment activities take place.
Contact
For information, consultation and tours contact:
Jodi Blais
Director of Educational Services
Fairfield County Board of MRDD
(740) 687-7225